Best Friends + Nosy Aunties + Fake Dating = Total Tamasha 🤯
Oops I Fake Dated My Bestfriend
Author : Neha Chenani Khanagwal
Book Reviewed By - Sameeksha Manerkar
Are you someone who blushes at cheesy dialogues that give you butterflies? Do you highlight so many scenes in a romance novel that you end up marking almost half the book? If yes, then Oops I Fake Dated My Boyfriend by Neha Chenani Khanagwal is the perfect pick for you!
This book was one of the most romantically satisfying and heartwarming reads I’ve enjoyed recently. It has everything – banter, chemistry, big Indian family drama, and a story that feels both relatable and entertaining.
Plot Overview
The story begins with two inseparable best friends, Ayesha Khan and Rahul Mehra.
Ayesha is tired of constant marriage proposals from Khalas and Phupos every time she breathes.
Rahul, on the other hand, is desperately trying to prove to his investors that being single doesn’t mean he lacks commitment or stability.
As they fuss over whose life is more complicated, their bond slowly grows on you. Their banter reflects the comfort only best friends can share. Both are passionate about their careers and identities, but the constant parade of marriage talks and family interference pushes them toward a brilliant solution: fake dating.
But things spiral out of control before they can even finalize the details, someone overhears them, and suddenly the “fake” news spreads like wildfire!
From there unfolds a delightful charade of truths hidden under lies, rules meant to be broken, sizzling chemistry, and plenty of desi family drama. It’s messy, funny, emotional, and oh-so-romantic.
Why You Should Read This Book
If you love tropes like:
Fake Dating
Forced Proximity
Best Friends to Lovers
…then this book is tailor-made for you.
What I Loved:
✔️ Relatable Narration – The writing feels homely, and the situations mirror what many Indian families experience.
✔️ Big Fat Indian Drama – Nosy relatives, endless proposals, and the pressure to “settle down” – this was both realistic and hilarious.
✔️ Themes That Resonate – Friendship, family, career, self-identity, and marriage are woven beautifully into the narrative.
✔️ The Ending & The Jenga Scene – Truly unforgettable! It was quirky, entertaining, and the kind of plot twist that stays with you long after the last page.
Final Thoughts
Oops I Fake Dated My Bestfriend is a book that delivers goosebumps, laughter, and a whole lot of swoony moments. It is more than just a romance – it’s about friendship, family, and finding love where you least expect it.
If you’re looking for a lighthearted, desi rom-com with lots of drama and heart, Neha Chenani Khanagwal’s book should be your next romance read!